Perinatal Hope: A Pregnancy and Substance Use Disorder Program  

Whether you're taking the first steps toward your recovery or are in need of extra support during your pregnancy, AHN's Perinatal Hope Program is here to help.  We provide a safe space for pregnant and postpartum women with substance use disorder to get the care they need.

Reach out to the Perinatal Hope Program today by calling (412) 578-5575. You can also request a call from us and someone will reach out to you soon. 

Quick guide to the Perinatal Hope Program

Program offerings

Benefits for your child

Support for related conditions

You’re not alone

About the Perinatal Hope Program

Know this — we’re here to help, not to judge. Wherever you are in your recovery, the Perinatal Hope Program can give you the support you need to care for yourself and your baby.

Here’s all that the program offers:

• All-in-one appointments: You'll receive regular prenatal appointments during your pregnancy and postpartum visits after delivery.  Your appointments with us can occur in the same place, on the same day.
• Group support: Our moms will have the opportunity to learn together. You’ll hear from experts on topics like breastfeeding, infant safety and healthy lifestyle choices.
• Hepatitis C: During pregnancy, all moms are tested for Hepatitis C, or HCV.  If you test positive, we can help manage your HCV treatment after delivery.
• Medication for opioid use: If appropriate, we can prescribe you medication for opioid use disorder (MOUD) or refer you to a methadone clinic. The Perinatal Hope Program is a Center of Excellence for Opioid Use Disorders.
• Specialist connections: You may have what’s called a high-risk pregnancy, which means you’ll need extra special care. We can connect you to specialists who will provide the highest levels of care to you and your baby.  
• Post-pregnancy services: We'll continue to support your recovery after your baby is born.  We can connect you to resources such as counseling services, primary care doctors, and pediatricians to help you and your baby stay healthy.

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Specialized care for your baby

Substances used while pregnant can be passed to your baby.  After delivery, this can cause a condition known as neonatal abstinence syndrome, or NAS. Babies with NAS may need specialized care to handle withdrawal symptoms.

AHN is equipped to provide specialized support for your new baby. Here’s what you can expect:

• Fast treatment: We’ll closely monitor your baby for five days after delivery and look for signs of NAS. We encourage you to stay at the hospital during that time to bond with your infant and get used to breastfeeding. If your baby does show signs of withdrawal, we’ll start treatment immediately. 
• Specialized care: For babies that need extra special attention, you’ll have access to the highest-levels of medical care in our neonatal intensive care units (NICU). Learn more about our NICUs.

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Struggling in another area of your life? AHN can help. 

AHN is here to provide support and care for all of life’s ups and downs. Call (412) DOCTORS (412) 362-8677 to make an appointment with another health specialist. 

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You are not alone

Opioid use disorder (OUD) continues to grow in the United States. Around 2.1 million people struggle with OUD* and the number of pregnant women affected has quadrupled over the last two decades.** If you’re facing these challenges, know that we are here to help you and your baby. 

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Contact us

Remember, hope begins the moment you ask for help. Reach out to AHN to get the help and support you need to care for yourself and your baby. Call (412) 578-5575 in Pittsburgh or (814) 452-5342 in Erie.

Find us

We have multiple locations in western Pennsylvania, making it easier to get the care you need:

Pittsburgh

Erie

North Coast OB-GYN
2315 Myrtle Street, Suite G30
Erie, PA 16502
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